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July 24, 2025

West Norfolk Catenians Raise Over £1,000

The West Norfolk Circle No. 231 of the Catholic Catenian Association has proudly announced the success of their President’s Charity for 2024–2025, raising an impressive £1,005 […]
July 2, 2025

Thetford Parishioner Resumes Cycle to Lourdes

A Thetford parishioner is proving that perseverance and faith can overcome even the most daunting setbacks. Simon John, aged 79, is resuming his remarkable pilgrimage cycle […]
June 27, 2025

Twenty Years of Care Home Ministry in Wisbech

This year marks a remarkable milestone in ecumenical ministry in Wisbech as Churches Together celebrates twenty years of faithful service to the town’s care homes. It […]
June 23, 2025

When Seafarers Need a Good Samaritan

Across the Diocese of East Anglia, we are called to be the hands and heart of Christ in our world. As we prepare to mark Sea […]
June 2, 2025

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2025: 2-8 June

Did you know that an incredible 14.2 million people in the UK formally volunteer at least once a month? Volunteers’ Week has been celebrated across the […]
April 30, 2025

Young People United in Solidarity with the Homeless

Giorgia & Eleonora from St. Luke’s Parish youth group talk about an eye-opening experience they had supporting the homeless in Peterborough. An inspiring talk from Steven […]
April 29, 2025

Catholic Families Urged to Share Their Voices

Catholic families across East Anglia and beyond are being encouraged to share their experiences of the two-child benefit cap and the broader challenges posed by the […]
April 7, 2025

Jubilee Mass of the Sick and Healthcare Workers

St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich was filled with reverence and compassion on Saturday 5 April as Bishop Peter Collins celebrated the Jubilee Mass of […]
April 4, 2025

SOS Bus: A Lifeline in Newmarket

John Borda, Chair of the SOS Bus CIO and a parishioner at Our Lady Immaculate and St Etheldreda, Newmarket, has been at the heart of a […]
April 2, 2025

Sisters of St Louis Wellbeing Hub Opened

On Friday 21 March 2025, the St Louis Academy community in Newmarket warmly welcomed Bishop Emeritus Alan Hopes to celebrate a special Mass, followed by the […]
April 1, 2025

Sacred Heart Hosts Life-Saving Defibrillator Training

Parishioners at Sacred Heart Church in North Walsham, along with local hall users and Christians from neighbouring churches, were recently given the opportunity to gain vital […]
March 28, 2025

Recent Updates on Modern Slavery in East Anglia

Modern slavery in Britain is a growing crisis, with record numbers of victims identified in 2024, including many British nationals and children, prompting urgent awareness efforts […]
March 25, 2025

St Peter’s Church Recognised for Charitable Work

St Peter’s Church in Gorleston has been recognised for its outstanding efforts in supporting Operation Christmas Child (OCC) by filling shoeboxes with gifts for children in […]
March 11, 2025

St Benet’s School for Peace Celebrates 20 Years

The St Benet’s School for Peace, located near Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has been providing education and hope to displaced children for […]
March 5, 2025

Faith in Action at St John Fisher High School

St John Fisher Catholic High School in Peterborough has been actively engaging students in faith-led social action, with Caritas Ambassador training, a visit from Bishop Peter […]